Description

Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, 6-Methylene-, Exo- (9Ci) is a high-purity, functionalized norbornane derivative characterized by its strained bicyclic framework and exo-configured carboxylic acid group. This compound is a versatile and valuable chiral building block for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing central nervous system (CNS) agents and antiviral compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in constructing advanced pesticide and herbicide molecules, leveraging its rigid structure for enhanced biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis to achieve high enantioselectivity.
• Advanced Material Monomer: Employed in polymer chemistry to create specialty resins, adhesives, and coatings with unique thermal and mechanical properties derived from the norbornane core.
• Fine Chemical Research: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction methodologies and synthesizing complex natural product analogs.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel synthetic aroma chemicals with specific olfactory characteristics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, 6-Methylene-, Exo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	89521-21-1
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methylenenorbornane-2-exo-carboxylic Acid; 2-Exo-Carboxy-6-methylenenorbornane; 6-Methylene-2-norbornanecarboxylic Acid, exo-; 6-Methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic Acid, exo-; 6-Methylenenorbornane-2-carboxylic Acid; exo-Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic Acid, 6-methylene-; (1R,2S,4R)-6-Methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carboxylic Acid (for specific enantiomer).
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Bicyclo[2.2.1]Heptane-2-Carboxylic Acid, 6-Methylene-, Exo- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Our quality protocols are designed to support cGMP and ISO compliant manufacturing environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its acidic nature and sensitivity, the container should be kept away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (exo-isomer)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.